Evoque Convertible Concept

Land Rover will unveil a topless Range Rover Evoque as a concept model at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The concept builds on the global success of the Evoque – first year’s production already sold out - and continues Land Rover's tradition for creating and leading new market segments. No plans for production are mentioned and the concept is being shown to gauge reaction and to assess the potential for what could be the world's first premium convertible SUV.

 

Developed by veteran Land Rover Design Director, Gerry McGovern and his team, the vehicle is based on the Range Rover Evoque Coupe. It features a fully-retractable premium roof system with a Roll-Over Protection System. The concept cleverly combines capability and versatility with a drop-down tailgate and a comfortable four-seat package. The vehicle has been developed with Land Rover DNA at its heart, retaining key characteristics including a command driving position and all-terrain capability.

 

The Evoque's dramatic rising waist line and distinctive shape has been retained and the new convertible bodystyle has been achieved with minimal changes to weight and torsional rigidity. The hood is housed in a neat tapered finisher with the roof mechanism stowed discretely below the beltline.

 

Inside, the concept is packed with Evoque's award-winning technology including Terrain Response, surround cameras, Park Assist and advanced infotainment hardware such as an 8-inch dual view touchscreen and a sound system from British audio experts, Meridian. 

 

The Evoque Convertible Concept features unique 21-inch Titan silver wheels and is finished in a new metallic Causeway Grey paint. The interior is in Lunar and Ivory with leather seats featuring sporty perforated panels and Ivory contrast stitching. 

 

“The Evoque lends itself beautifully to the idea of a convertible. This study is not a traditional convertible design execution - instead we have worked with the balance of the Evoque's lines to retain its distinctive shape and create something that is unique and, we believe, highly desirable," explained McGovern.

 

John Edwards, Land Rover Global Brand Director, added: "The Evoque Convertible Concept is a new twist to the Evoque story and explores the potential to further extend the nameplate's appeal by giving existing customers more choice, whilst at the same time reaching out to a completely new customer base. We are excited to see the response to this concept as we assess the potential for building on the Evoque's exceptional success so far."